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Problems Common to Purebred Dogs
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 Fri, 01-04-2013 - 4:32pm

Defects include a higher risk of cancer and tumors; eye and heart disease; joint and bone disorders; skin, immune system and neurological diseases; and even epilepsy. You need to be aware of the risk of defects in your prospective new purebred puppy, a risk that is much higher than in a mix-breed puppy.

Is knowing the looks and temperament worth the risk of the potential health problems?

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